Contemporary Wood Stoves

Historically, homes were built around wood stoves. They provide central heating that doesn't have any effect on your electric bill. Modern stoves are designed to be attractive and practical addition to any home.

This DEFRA approved modern wood-burning stove combines a contemporary design with an environmentally friendly combustion system. It has an A + energy rating and can power up to 5kW, priced from PS1,900.

How They Work

Wood stoves are a fantastic way to heat your home. They can be utilized to heat a room as a primary source of heat or as supplementary heating. They can also provide ambiance and style and make any space feel more welcoming and warm. Wood burning stoves create an atmosphere that is controlled, where the fire can use wood more efficiently to generate heat.

They do this by directing air through the fire, which helps to control how quickly and effectively it burns. This is a major aspect in the overall efficiency of a stove made of wood, as burning for too long loses energy and heat to the surrounding air. Modern wood stoves can help reduce this by directing the air inside the firebox in several different directions to keep the fire burning.

A lot of modern wood stoves employ a catalytic combustion system to aid in getting the most efficient performance. It is a piece of metal, usually circular in shape that sits at the top of the stove where the flue pipe joins. It appears a lot like a metal honeycomb and it has pores in which the combustion gases from the wood burning fireplace are released. The gasses are then burnt again at lower temperatures to release more heat.

Air bypass chambers are a different feature that is found in modern wood stoves. They are large flaps that can be opened within the inside of a firebox in order to redirect flue gas around the catalyst when the wood stove is initially initiated. This allows the fire to be started more easily and can limit some of the initial buildup of soot on the catalyst's surface. This is a feature that is common in both new and old stoves and it helps to increase the efficiency of heating a wood stove.

Convection Chambers

Wood stoves are the perfect option for any outdoor living space, whether you live in an old-fashioned log cabin or a tiny home that has been prefabricated. These heating devices are not only a great option to provide warmth and ambiance to your home, but also a green alternative to fossil-fuels. Here's how they function.

Modern wood stoves are incredibly energy efficient thanks to technological innovations. They have a second skin that creates pockets of air directly around the main compartment or "firebox." Surrounding cool air is trapped in these pockets, then released from the top of your stove when heated, warming the surrounding room more quickly and efficiently.

The majority of modern wood stoves are made from sheet iron, which is a material that is quick to cool and heat and is more malleable than cast iron. This results in a more durable and sleek stove that is ideal for modern homes. Sheet iron is also more eco-friendly than cast iron as it doesn't emit much harmful emissions.

If you're planning to purchase a brand new wood burning stove, make sure it is EPA-certified and catalytic. This kind of stove that burns wood produces less pollution and burns more evenly than non-catalytic stoves. The longer the fire burns, the less wood you'll need.

A wood stove is not the best choice for heating your home. However, it can provide an excellent backup plan in case of emergency. Consider installing a blower on your contemporary wood-burning stove to spread the heat evenly throughout your home.

Fireboxes

The firebox of a wood stove is where the magic occurs. It's where you build the fire and burn the wood to generate heat, and it's the place where your stove will spend most of the time you are using it. These fireboxes are constructed of a variety of materials that include stainless steel and cast iron. Modern stoves often have a secondary skin which creates pockets of heated air right around the fire. This allows the heated air to be able to heat the surrounding area faster and more efficiently than any other type of fireplace or wood-burning heating device.

Modern wood stove burning stoves aren't only for rustic cabins in the mountains anymore. They have found their way into many homes. A wood stove is a beautiful accent piece that will make any room feel warm and warm. It is important to keep in mind, however, that wood stoves should not be used as the primary or sole source of heat. If you're looking to add a wood-burning stove in your home, make sure you take into consideration the size of your home and whether you already have heating equipment.

Stoves come in a vast range of sizes and styles which makes it easy to find the ideal fit for your living space. There are smaller stoves that are ideal for tiny houses and ADUs from DEN Outdoors, or smaller rooms in larger homes, as well as larger stoves that make a good option for a large cottage or cabin.

A lot of modern wood stoves are designed to be energy efficient and come with an Ecodesign rating, which assists in reducing a variety of air pollutants, including Particulate Matter (PM), Organic Gaseous Compounds (OGC) and Carbon Monoxide (CO). Some even include an optional air wash system for cleaner air inside the stove.

Materials

Wood stoves are at the heart of many homes and appear at home in a Scandinavian style cabin or Midcentury Malibu beach home. They're more modern than the old stoves of the potbelly type which dominated the hearth in the home. They are designed to warm small and medium-sized rooms. They can be paired with a variety of accessories to add warmth.

Wood burning stoves can save you a significant amount of money on your electric bill in winter, and are cheaper than gas or coal. They are also eco-friendly. However, they can be costly to install and require regular maintenance.

You can choose a modern wood stove that is certified according to your preferences for the environment. The Short Penguin Eco, for example, from Chilli Penguin Stoves, has an additional heat retention glass to increase energy efficiency. It also achieves over 80 percent efficiency due to its dual airflow and combustion system.

If you want to reduce your carbon footprint further, an uncatalytic wood stove from Stovax is an excellent option. It is EPA certified and doesn't release harmful chemicals into the air.

Most modern stoves have an open firebox that is lined with firebricks and baffles. These firebricks and baffles help regulate the temperature in the stove, reducing the amount particulates and smoke that is produced. This prevents creosote accumulation in your chimney, and reduces pollution of the air around your home. A catalytic wood stove operates in the same way as an uncatalytic one, but is more efficient in creating a fire that ignites gasses that are not burned and then returning them to the fire to re-combust.

Styles

Some things don't fade out of fashion and a modern wood stove is among them. It's a useful appliance that will keep you warm during winter, and is also a gorgeous design element to incorporate into your living space.

Modern wood stoves aren't just beautiful, they can also be extremely efficient. They employ a catalytic as well as non-catalytic combustion process that is a form of heating that accelerates the burning of wood. When the air in your fire gets heated as it heats up, the water molecules contained in wood are evaporated. This aids in fueling the flames. Then, it rises to temperatures of about 600 degrees Fahrenheit where it begins to burn away the carbon and tar that's found in the wood. This decreases the amount of harmful gases released into atmosphere which makes wood stoves eco-friendly.

The Rais Viva L 120 is an outstanding example of this and is a fantastic choice for those looking to maximize efficiency while still keeping their home warm. This stove has an electrocatalytic system as well as a secondary heat-retaining glass that provides it with an energy efficiency rating over 80 percent. It even comes with a lifetime limited warranty, which means you can enjoy it for years to be.

If you're a fan of the Scandinavian concept of "hygge" and want to add some warm Danish style to your home take a look at our JC Bordelet catalogue for modern wood stoves. We have a wide range of sizes, styles, and designs that will suit any space. We have a variety of sizes, styles and designs that will fit any space.